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...Moving the computer 71 Using a computer lock 71 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 73 Computing tips 73 Using the keyboard 74 Function keys 75 Special Windows® keys 76 Mouse properties 76 Starting an app 77 Starting an app from the Start screen 77 Saving your work 78 Backing ...the computer on 81 Playing optical media 81 Recording optical media 82 Removing a disc with the computer off 82 Toshiba's online resources 83 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 84 Toshiba's energy-saver design 84 Running the computer on battery power 84 Battery Notice 85 Power management 86 Charging the main...
...Moving the computer 71 Using a computer lock 71 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 73 Computing tips 73 Using the keyboard 74 Function keys 75 Special Windows® keys 76 Mouse properties 76 Starting an app 77 Starting an app from the Start screen 77 Saving your work 78 Backing ...the computer on 81 Playing optical media 81 Recording optical media 82 Removing a disc with the computer off 82 Toshiba's online resources 83 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 84 Toshiba's energy-saver design 84 Running the computer on battery power 84 Battery Notice 85 Power management 86 Charging the main...
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... USB Sleep and Charge 120 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge......122 Power supply mode settings 122 Function Key 123 PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 124 PC Health Monitor 125 Recovery Media Creator 126 Service Station 126 TOSHIBA Application Installer 127 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 128 Problems that are easy to fix 128...
... USB Sleep and Charge 120 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge......122 Power supply mode settings 122 Function Key 123 PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 124 PC Health Monitor 125 Recovery Media Creator 126 Service Station 126 TOSHIBA Application Installer 127 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 128 Problems that are easy to fix 128...
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... 148 Data and system configuration backup in he Windows® operating system 149 If you need further assistance 153 Contacting Toshiba 154 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 154 Toshiba's worldwide offices 155 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 156 Functions 156 Help file 157 Display brightness 157 Output (Display switch 158 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 159 Media...
... 148 Data and system configuration backup in he Windows® operating system 149 If you need further assistance 153 Contacting Toshiba 154 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 154 Toshiba's worldwide offices 155 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 156 Functions 156 Help file 157 Display brightness 157 Output (Display switch 158 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 159 Media...
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...Back up because it unless you have a separate backup copy. Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all new files for files you receive via external media, email, or download from the Internet. ❖...computer while it is reading from or writing to check and optimize disk space and improve performance. ❖ Scan all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard This precaution is especially important for viruses. NOTE The Windows® operating...
...Back up because it unless you have a separate backup copy. Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all new files for files you receive via external media, email, or download from the Internet. ❖...computer while it is reading from or writing to check and optimize disk space and improve performance. ❖ Scan all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard This precaution is especially important for viruses. NOTE The Windows® operating...
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... applies to be confused with the Fn key) are the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. For more information, see "Functions" on your model, your system may not have a 10-key keypad. Function keys The function keys (not to models with icons execute...
... applies to be confused with the Fn key) are the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. For more information, see "Functions" on your model, your system may not have a 10-key keypad. Function keys The function keys (not to models with icons execute...
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...with the computer in a carrying case. Notice regarding where to recycle old batteries or how to dispose of carrying cases for more information see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on a sunny ledge or in a place where it could get wet or covered in dust. ❖ Always travel with your local ... may be kind to our shared environment. The X-ray equipment will not harm your computer. For more information or visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Toshiba is ON) if your computer has wireless LAN capability. See http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/ Traveling tips The ...
...with the computer in a carrying case. Notice regarding where to recycle old batteries or how to dispose of carrying cases for more information see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on a sunny ledge or in a place where it could get wet or covered in dust. ❖ Always travel with your local ... may be kind to our shared environment. The X-ray equipment will not harm your computer. For more information or visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Toshiba is ON) if your computer has wireless LAN capability. See http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/ Traveling tips The ...
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... networking problems" on how to set up for cables. For specific information about connecting to increase its capabilities and functionality using one of electronic devices without the need for communications Using Wireless LAN connectivity 105 NOTE Wireless connectivity and some features...network You can connect many different kinds of its communication ports. Your system comes with common Wi-Fi® networking problems, see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on your computer. Accessing a network To access a network, connect an Ethernet cable to the Network port (RJ45) on page ...
... networking problems" on how to set up for cables. For specific information about connecting to increase its capabilities and functionality using one of electronic devices without the need for communications Using Wireless LAN connectivity 105 NOTE Wireless connectivity and some features...network You can connect many different kinds of its communication ports. Your system comes with common Wi-Fi® networking problems, see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on your computer. Accessing a network To access a network, connect an Ethernet cable to the Network port (RJ45) on page ...
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... best meet your system. ❖ Desktop Assist ❖ eco Utility® ❖ Supervisor password ❖ User password ❖ System Settings ❖ Sleep and Charge ❖ Function Key ❖ PC Diagnostic Tool Utility ❖ PC Health Monitor ❖ Recovery Media Creator 110 Together, these allow you to reconfigure your system to ascertain certain...
... best meet your system. ❖ Desktop Assist ❖ eco Utility® ❖ Supervisor password ❖ User password ❖ System Settings ❖ Sleep and Charge ❖ Function Key ❖ PC Diagnostic Tool Utility ❖ PC Health Monitor ❖ Recovery Media Creator 110 Together, these allow you to reconfigure your system to ascertain certain...
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Utilities Desktop Assist Tools & Utilities The features that may be available in this category are: ❖ eco Utility® ❖ Supervisor password ❖ System Settings ❖ Function Key ❖ User password 113 (Sample Image) Desktop Assist window - Tools & Utilities tab
Utilities Desktop Assist Tools & Utilities The features that may be available in this category are: ❖ eco Utility® ❖ Supervisor password ❖ System Settings ❖ Function Key ❖ User password 113 (Sample Image) Desktop Assist window - Tools & Utilities tab
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... settings back to their default values ❖ Keyboard-Allows you to access the wake-on keyboard function, or to configure the function keys ❖ LAN-Allows you to set networking functions ❖ SATA-Allows you to set conditions for the port that supports the USB Sleep and ...Charge function (hereinafter called "compatible port"). However, the "USB Sleep and Charge function" may not work with the USB specification...
... settings back to their default values ❖ Keyboard-Allows you to access the wake-on keyboard function, or to configure the function keys ❖ LAN-Allows you to set networking functions ❖ SATA-Allows you to set conditions for the port that supports the USB Sleep and ...Charge function (hereinafter called "compatible port"). However, the "USB Sleep and Charge function" may not work with the USB specification...
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Utilities Function Key Function Key Turns notifications for touch pad status ON/OFF. 123 (Sample Image) Function Key NOTE The Function option is disabled by default.
Utilities Function Key Function Key Turns notifications for touch pad status ON/OFF. 123 (Sample Image) Function Key NOTE The Function option is disabled by default.
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...The IP address for recent firmware upgrades. these will be disrupted. ❖ Verify that the driver is correct - For more information see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on page 156. ❖ Use IPCONFIG to a public Web site, the ISP's (Internet Service Provider) service may be displayed. ❖...and that the Service Set Identifier (SSID), or network name, is loaded. NOTE To enable or disable wireless communication, use the F12 key. Carefully note any security provisions (closed system, MAC address filtering, Wired Equivalent Privacy [WEP], etc.), check the access point vendor's...
...The IP address for recent firmware upgrades. these will be disrupted. ❖ Verify that the driver is correct - For more information see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on page 156. ❖ Use IPCONFIG to a public Web site, the ISP's (Internet Service Provider) service may be displayed. ❖...and that the Service Set Identifier (SSID), or network name, is loaded. NOTE To enable or disable wireless communication, use the F12 key. Carefully note any security provisions (closed system, MAC address filtering, Wired Equivalent Privacy [WEP], etc.), check the access point vendor's...
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Functions TOSHIBA Function keys are used to launch applications. Appendix A TOSHIBA Function Keys TOSHIBA Function keys provide a quick way to modify selected system functions and to set or modify the following system functions: ❖ Help file ❖ Brightness control ❖ Output (Display switch) ❖ Touch pad ❖ Media buttons ❖ Mute ❖ Wireless 156
Functions TOSHIBA Function keys are used to launch applications. Appendix A TOSHIBA Function Keys TOSHIBA Function keys provide a quick way to modify selected system functions and to set or modify the following system functions: ❖ Help file ❖ Brightness control ❖ Output (Display switch) ❖ Touch pad ❖ Media buttons ❖ Mute ❖ Wireless 156
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This TOSHIBA Function key increases the screen brightness. Help file TOSHIBA Function Keys Functions 157 This TOSHIBA Function key displays the help file. Display brightness This TOSHIBA Function key decreases the screen brightness.
This TOSHIBA Function key increases the screen brightness. Help file TOSHIBA Function Keys Functions 157 This TOSHIBA Function key displays the help file. Display brightness This TOSHIBA Function key decreases the screen brightness.
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158 TOSHIBA Function Keys Functions Output (Display switch) This TOSHIBA Function key cycles through the display options and highlights the available options. (Only the first option is available when you do not have an external monitor attached.) NOTE All modes are always displayed on the screen, however only the available modes for your system are functional. ❖ PC screen only ❖ Duplicate ❖ Extend ❖ Second screen only (Sample Image) Display mode options window
158 TOSHIBA Function Keys Functions Output (Display switch) This TOSHIBA Function key cycles through the display options and highlights the available options. (Only the first option is available when you do not have an external monitor attached.) NOTE All modes are always displayed on the screen, however only the available modes for your system are functional. ❖ PC screen only ❖ Duplicate ❖ Extend ❖ Second screen only (Sample Image) Display mode options window
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... F5. This TOSHIBA Function key allows you to skip to start playing the disc, or pause it if currently playing. This TOSHIBA Function key increases the volume of the sound coming from the computer. Media buttons This TOSHIBA Function key allows you to the following track on page 64. TOSHIBA Function Keys Functions 159 Disabling or enabling the touch pad This TOSHIBA Function key enables/disables...
... F5. This TOSHIBA Function key allows you to skip to start playing the disc, or pause it if currently playing. This TOSHIBA Function key increases the volume of the sound coming from the computer. Media buttons This TOSHIBA Function key allows you to the following track on page 64. TOSHIBA Function Keys Functions 159 Disabling or enabling the touch pad This TOSHIBA Function key enables/disables...
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The wireless modes are: ❖ Disables the wireless antenna (Airplane mode is ON). ❖ Enables the wireless antenna (Airplane mode is enabled, no sound will come from the speakers or headphones. 160 TOSHIBA Function Keys Functions Volume Mute This TOSHIBA Function key enables/disables volume mute on your computer. Disabling or enabling wireless devices This TOSHIBA Function key enables/disables the Wi-Fi® antenna in your computer. When volume mute is OFF).
The wireless modes are: ❖ Disables the wireless antenna (Airplane mode is ON). ❖ Enables the wireless antenna (Airplane mode is enabled, no sound will come from the speakers or headphones. 160 TOSHIBA Function Keys Functions Volume Mute This TOSHIBA Function key enables/disables volume mute on your computer. Disabling or enabling wireless devices This TOSHIBA Function key enables/disables the Wi-Fi® antenna in your computer. When volume mute is OFF).
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TOSHIBA Function Keys Functions 161 Keyboard Function keys Fn+ This TOSHIBA Function key allows you to zoom out. Cycle through the screen resolutions, and then select the desired resolution. Zoom (Display resolution) Fn+ [Space bar] This TOSHIBA Function key switches screen resolution. Fn+ This TOSHIBA Function key allows you to zoom in.
TOSHIBA Function Keys Functions 161 Keyboard Function keys Fn+ This TOSHIBA Function key allows you to zoom out. Cycle through the screen resolutions, and then select the desired resolution. Zoom (Display resolution) Fn+ [Space bar] This TOSHIBA Function key switches screen resolution. Fn+ This TOSHIBA Function key allows you to zoom in.
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... disks that can set of related information, saved on screen by a graphical image (icon) of a file name. A container for help files. Function key-(1) A feature in a computer is determined by a program, or a document. frontside bus-The primary pathway (bus) between the CPU and the...the disk or read information from it. The primary (or only) hard disk in which all components of stored files. function keys-The keys labeled F1 through F12, typically located on the disk so the operating system can contain files and other folders. Formatting creates...
... disks that can set of related information, saved on screen by a graphical image (icon) of a file name. A container for help files. Function key-(1) A feature in a computer is determined by a program, or a document. frontside bus-The primary pathway (bus) between the CPU and the...the disk or read information from it. The primary (or only) hard disk in which all components of stored files. function keys-The keys labeled F1 through F12, typically located on the disk so the operating system can contain files and other folders. Formatting creates...
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... port 68 external display, adjusting 70 F files backing up 74, 78 saving 78 Function Key 123 Function keys 159 disabling or enabling wireless devices 160 display brightness 157 Help file 157 keyboard Function keys 161 media buttons 159 Output (Display switch) 158 volume mute 160 Zoom (Display resolution...45 installing a charged battery 95 battery 94 memory modules 45 internal storage drive recovery 54 K keyboard function keys 75 special Windows® keys 76 troubleshooting 138 using 74 keys function keys 75 L LEDs system indicator lights 89 AC adaptor light 88 AC power light 38, 40 battery ...
... port 68 external display, adjusting 70 F files backing up 74, 78 saving 78 Function Key 123 Function keys 159 disabling or enabling wireless devices 160 display brightness 157 Help file 157 keyboard Function keys 161 media buttons 159 Output (Display switch) 158 volume mute 160 Zoom (Display resolution...45 installing a charged battery 95 battery 94 memory modules 45 internal storage drive recovery 54 K keyboard function keys 75 special Windows® keys 76 troubleshooting 138 using 74 keys function keys 75 L LEDs system indicator lights 89 AC adaptor light 88 AC power light 38, 40 battery ...